
Take down hordes of alien invaders with your Power Shot, Truxton Beam, Thunder Laser, Homing Shot, Star‑mine Shot, and more! Don't forget to breathe as you face off against gigantic bosses in the ultimate battle for humanity’s survival!
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Arcade, Sci-fi.

Take down hordes of alien invaders with your Power Shot, Truxton Beam, Thunder Laser, Homing Shot, Star‑mine Shot, and more! Don't forget to breathe as you face off against gigantic bosses in the ultimate battle for humanity’s survival!

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A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.

Super Nano Blaster
Super Nano Blaster is a shoot-em-up for PC and Mac, offering single-player and local co-op modes, that transports you to a retro-style digital universe. Delve into technology with your vessel and destroy anything that gets in your way!
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, 2.5D 12.8%, Score Attack 11.9%, Local Co-Op 10%
Super Nano Blaster is a shoot-em-up for PC and Mac, offering single-player and local co-op modes, that transports you to a retro-style digital universe. Delve into technology with your vessel and destroy anything that gets in your way!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Score Attack 13.9%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Co-op 8%
SUPERVERSE is a fast-paced, action-packed space shooter that launches you into an ancient network of interconnected universes. Your mission: travel back through space-time and prevent the extinction of humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, 2.5D 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Co-op Campaign 11.3% ★, Local Co-Op 9.8%
"Intersecta" is an intense tactical top-down space combat game with a stylized sci-fi aesthetic. Devoid of humans, the game is set in another dimension where only cybernetic insects have evolved. The player takes control of an Intersecta fighter pilot hoping to survive an intergalactic invasion.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 23.7% ★, Local Co-Op 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%, 2.5D 10.7%
A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Old School 8.3%, Local Co-Op 7.8%, Arcade 7.7%
Steel Saviour is back! Try yourself at this revised 16: 9 version of a cult side scrolling shooter.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 23% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Score Attack 9.2%
Two robobunnies team up to transport a magic crystal safely through 50 action-packed levels, protecting it from danger lurking in the shadows. With hours of gameplay that is perfect to binge alone, with a friend, or 5 minutes at a time. How deep into space can you go?
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 14.5% ★, Bullet Hell 14%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 9%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Score Attack 10.7%, Space 8.7%
Riders 2491 is an action shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades with modern visuals.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Co-op Campaign 13.8% ★, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Arcade 9.5%
RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, 2.5D 17.3%, Score Attack 11.1%, Old School 11%, Bullet Hell 10.3%
Burst Fighter is a shoot'em up game with unique customizable ship feature fused with modern graphic and gorgeous art styles. Dodge, counter, and defeat various enemies / attack patterns. Experience more than 8 challenging and intense boss battles.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Co-op Campaign 14% ★, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%
Star Gun is a fast-paced, auto-scrolling space shooter with RPG-style progression. Unlock unique ships and equipment, build powerful loadouts, and master skill-based combat as you blast through an unpredictable galaxy—solo or in local co-op.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 20.3% ★, Local Co-Op 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.6%, Space 6.5%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Local Co-Op 16%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Score Attack 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, Arcade 8.2%
Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Score Attack 12.9%, Bullet Hell 9.1%, Space 8.4%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Score Attack 10.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%
ATOMIC GUARDIANS is a fully CO-OP arcade retro shoot 'em up, where one player flies the ship, and the other player mans the shields. Fight your way through a never ending horde of Brutal Bosses, Alien Monsters and Gigantic Asteroids as you rack up a new world-wide high score. Play with up to three friends, and see how long you can last!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Old School 10.3%, Arcade 8.9%, Local Co-Op 8.6%
CoreShot is a classic arcade style space shooter, where you pilot the spacecraft HonestWing to destroy the cores of evil. As you soar through enemy spacecraft, psychic pyramids, and grim castles, you will be tested against enemies with a variety of attack styles and epic boss battles. Blast away
Why similar: 2.5D 17.4%, Score Attack 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Space 13.8%, Bullet Hell 11.3%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Score Attack 10.2%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Old School 7.2%
Sagittarius is a classic side scrolling space shoot'em up in a modern take. In this epic space game it's up to you to save our solar system from destruction. Fly alone or with a friend in a local multiplayer co-op game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Old School 12.9%, Space 11.1%, Sci-fi 9%
Escape from a tyrant government and save the planet Shambala. Be the resistance! Starexcess is a retro-looking vertical shoot 'em up inspired by the 16-bit era. Take on enemy armies and dodge frenetic shots in this shoot 'em up for one or two players in a local ofline co-op.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Score Attack 11%
A vertical scroll shooter where deflecting enemy projectiles is key to success.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, 2.5D 16.5%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Old School 12.8%, PvE 8.6%
CounterAttack: Uprising is a side scrolling space shooter (shmup). Team up or fight solo, 1 - 4 player local or up to 8 players online cross-platform coop, unlock upgrades, use powerful ultimate abilities, enhance your ship the way you want, and save the Earth from annihilation.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 15.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Local Co-Op 14%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%
SpinZap is a challenging game in classic arcade style. Use your reflexes, dexterity and boss skills to conquer 81 levels of circle zapping madness.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, 2.5D 14.8%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%, Old School 8.1%
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from a new mystery threat by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Local Co-Op 17.6%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Co-op 10%
Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!
Why similar: 2.5D 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 14%, Score Attack 13.2%, Arcade 9%
Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.5%, Co-op Campaign 21.4% ★, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, Co-op 9.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.9%
Blast through overwhelming bullet storms, graze enemy fire for massive score boosts, and bend time to survive impossible odds in this intense arcade-inspired vertical shmup. Master unique ships, conquer brutal bosses, and chase the perfect run.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Score Attack 13.5%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Old School 9.3%
Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Score Attack 11.8%, Space 9.4%
Lead the vegetable revolution alone or with a friend in the side-scrolling shoot ‘em up Rutabaga Desert Storm! Take down wave after wave of enemies, dodge their projectiles, and grab power-ups to boost your destruction! Can you defeat the oppressive humans and free the proletariat vegetable masses?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Score Attack 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Arcade 7.8%
Vortex Attack is a frenetic arcade space shooter featuring worldwide tournaments and an intense local multiplayer mode.A worthy successor to Galaga for the XXI century.WARNING: Highly addictive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Score Attack 11.1%, Space 9.1%, Local Multiplayer 7.7%
A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, 2.5D 20.3%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 9.5%, Score Attack 9.1%
Greetings, fellow human! Think you're a one-pod wonder? Break through 33 chaotic levels, take down 3 bosses, and bend the galaxy to your will. Play solo or with a friend. Just remember: ignore the glitch crystals!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 21.7% ★, Local Co-Op 16.6%, 2.5D 12.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%, Co-op 8.8%
Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Score Attack 8.8%, PvE 7.8%
Lock-on to an exhilarating sci-fi shooting fest with the trilogy which put Taito on the 90s arcade shooting map: The Ray Series, together in one collection for the first time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, 2.5D 16.1%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Shooter 9.9%
Absorb enemy fire, deflect incoming attacks, and survive intense side-scrolling battles in this reactive arcade shooter built around polarity-based combat and tactical counterattacks.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 2.5D 17.4%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Co-op 9.4%, Score Attack 9.3%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Local Co-Op 12%, Score Attack 9.7%, Arcade 8%
An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Local Co-Op 20.5%, Bullet Hell 15%, Co-op 11.9%, PvE 7.8%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Space 12.4%, Shooter 8.4%
Shoot, punch and get closer through bullets towards enemies in this close range-heavy arcade bullet hell shoot 'em up. A mysterious cult is going to make Mt. Krakatoa explode! By yourself or with a friend, stand your ground; the fate of the world is in your hands...!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Modern 16.6%, Bullet Hell 16%, Co-op 10.5%, Score Attack 8.6%
Binarystar Infinity is a 1-Bit Shoot ‘Em Up with a challenging experience reminding of the traditional Arcade Shmup classics, that can be experienced alone or with a friend, and with the particularity of being playable in vertical or horizontal scrolling mode.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.6%, PvE 13.1%, Local Co-Op 12%, Arcade 10.3%, Space 10.2%
War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Co-op Campaign 11.5% ★, Arcade 11%, Shooter 9.5%
Dual elevation horizontal 2D arcade shoot 'em up co-op helicopter action!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Modern 14.9%, Score Attack 10.5%, Old School 9.2%
Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, 2.5D 15%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 7.9%
Heart-pounding arcade shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Score Attack 15.4%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, 2.5D 15.1%, PvE 9.1%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, 2.5D 8.4%, Score Attack 8.2%
Pick a ship, dive into readable bullet chaos, take down huge angry bosses, grab the bonus core you probably should have left alone, and chase one cleaner run in Nova Swarm.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Score Attack 18.5%, Space 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.4%
Enter the cockpit of your spaceship and prevent the destruction of our homeland! You and your friends have to dodge various attacks and fight many enemies. But your Twitch chat can support you in your defense and your subscribers can even accompany you as wingmen!
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 22.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Space 11.2%, PvE 7.7%
Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Old School 12.7%, Score Attack 11.8%, Arcade 11.5%
Command destructive spaceships to obliterate hordes of enemy vessels, while quickly solving puzzles to weave through networks of vibrantly colorful, adversarial machines!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Local Co-Op 18.4%, Space 13.3%, Shooter 7.8%, Bullet Hell 7.7%
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Score Attack 11.9%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Old School 9.4%
The War Enders: First Strike is a bullet hell shooting game. While having 3D graphics, the game keeps a classic taste of this hardcore genre. Select and customize your fighter with interest. Dodge the bullet and strike back the unknown with the determination to save the Earth!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Score Attack 15.6%, Modern 15.1%, Arcade 8.5%
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Local Co-Op 21%, Bullet Hell 17%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 6.3%
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Bullet Hell 25.4%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Arcade 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.1%
Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Score Attack 13%, Arcade 12.8%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Old School 10.4%
Variator is a new 2.5D shoot 'em up that's all about blowing up enemies and grazing bullets! Playable both as a fun blaster and as an advanced high-scoring game, the game features approachable difficulty and scoring mechanics that are easy to understand yet reveal more depth the more you play.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, 2.5D 20.1%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Co-op 10.9%, Arcade 9.1%
Rebuild a kingdom, raise an army and defeat the Demon King and his servants in this 4 player Couch co-op action shoot-em-up adventure. Protect Your Humans, or there will be no humans left to fight with.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 26.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Local Co-Op 18.4%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.6%
Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Local Co-Op 12%, Score Attack 10.3%, Arcade 8.2%
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Co-op 7.4%, Score Attack 7.4%
Bad Cat Good Dog Alien Force is an Arcade Space Wave Defense Shooter. As the forward line, take defense against dimensional invaders and blast your way through waves of incoming enemies. Upgrade your abilities and blast more effectively!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Bullet Hell 11%, Space 10.8%, PvE 10.1%